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BX57 BHU

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

98,446 mi
Last recorded98,446 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX57 BHU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 98,446 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2025 98,422 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Nov 2024 88,132 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Nov 2023 79,053 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 71,516 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 64,912 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Sep 2020 59,691 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2020 59,691 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Sep 2019 57,230 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2019 57,230 miles

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 18 Sep 2018 50,968 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2018 46,624 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both rear ()

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres worn substantially low on inner edges

both rear bump stops perishing

minor damage to offside door mirror side repeater

Pass 1 Feb 2017 41,915 miles

Damage to offside side repeater lens

Rear bump stops perishing

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Nearside and offside rear ()

Slight perishing to front exhaust flexi pipe

Stonechips front screen

Tested in wet conditions

Pass 4 Feb 2016 38,575 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Mar 2015 35,603 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Mar 2014 30,454 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 30,452 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 28,262 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 23,911 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 17,451 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 10,326 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Polo?

Based on 14,598,296 MOT tests across 1,156,928 vehicles.

72.9%
Pass Rate
5,193
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
1,156,928
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 467,706
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 196,870
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 190,697
Stop lamp not working 181,097
position lamp(s) not working 168,944
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BX57 BHU is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2007 Volkswagen Polo models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 62,240 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Polo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 467,706 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BX57 BHU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Polo typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 19 years old, this Volkswagen Polo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BX57 BHU registered?

BX57 BHU is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 22 October 2007.

Is BX57 BHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BX57 BHU shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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